Hosting Effective Webinars: Planning, Moderation, and Post-Event Engagement
Author: Dr. Anna Neya Kazanskaia
Publisher: NEYA Global Publishing
Article | NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies
Year: 2025
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-5669-1676
DOI: https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-msonlpblsp-08
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About the Article
Webinars have emerged as a critical medium for global communication, knowledge dissemination, and professional engagement. This article examines strategies for hosting impactful webinars, focusing on planning, promotion, moderation, co-hosting, and post-event follow-up. It highlights the importance of defining objectives, understanding audiences, and scheduling across time zones, alongside effective promotion and streamlined registration. The article also explores moderation techniques, interactive engagement methods, and the role of co-hosts and guest speakers in enriching content. Post-event practices—such as recordings, surveys, and resource sharing—are presented as essential to sustaining audience engagement and evaluating impact. Drawing on case studies and best practices, the article provides a structured framework for delivering professional, engaging, and inclusive webinars that maximize global reach and organizational effectiveness.
Key Topics
- Planning and preparation for webinars
- Multi-channel promotion and registration
- Moderation and interactive engagement
- Co-hosting and guest speakers
- Post-event follow-up strategies
- Global communication and accessibility
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Hosting Effective Webinars: Planning, Moderation, and Post-Event Engagement. NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies. Neya Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-msonlpblsp-08
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